Cost of Living in Flint, MI
Population: 80,835 • 2026 Data
$36,194
Median Household Income
-53% vs national
$859
Median Monthly Rent
-36% vs national
$47,600
Median Home Value
-86% vs national
17.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Flint
The median home value in Flint, MI is $47,600. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $859, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $721.
Rent-to-income ratio: 28.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Flint, MI is $36,194. The unemployment rate stands at 17.4%, with a labor force of 34,704 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.